CookThe Lodge at Rocky Mount Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Cook.
Job Description:
The Cook prepares and serves food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu and provider nutritional orders.
Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, in line with our established policies and procedures, and, as may be directed by the Certified Dietary Manager to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.
The Cook assists in assuring proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures are followed.
The Cook must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others.
The Cook must assist dietary aides as necessary, and, directs other employees with approval and in the absence of the Certified Dietary Manager.
Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks.
Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
Maintains a neat, clean, and organized kitchen.
General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards.
Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures.
Ability to interact positively with residents, staff, and other personnel and the public.
Qualifications of a Cook/Chef:
Prior experience cooking at a health care facility is a plus
